Using Text Features for Comprehension
Students will utilize text features such as headings, subheadings, captions, graphs, and diagrams to enhance comprehension.
Key Questions
- Explain how headings and subheadings organize information in a non-fiction text.
- Analyze the role of a diagram or graph in clarifying complex data.
- Predict the content of a section based on its heading and accompanying visual features.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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